How Small Retailers Can Win as AI Changes Consumer Search Behavior
Key Takeaways: AI-referred shoppers convert 42% better, spend 48% longer on site and generate 37% more revenue per…
July 16Latest in: consumer behavior
How Great Packaging Wins Attention
Key Takeaways: Effective retail packaging must win shopper attention within the first fraction of a second, before a…
July 16
Retail Sales Climbed Again in June as Summer Spending Held Strong
Key Takeaways: U.S. retail sales rose for the ninth consecutive month in June 2026, with total sales up…
July 16
From Shelf to Sale: Building an In-Store Discovery Strategy That Works
Key Takeaways: In-store retail media is underinvested, representing just 3.3% of spend in 2025, despite driving new-to-brand conversion…
July 9
The Forces Reshaping Back-to-School Retail in 2026
Key Takeaways: Back-to-school 2026 is driven by convenience, price sensitivity and omnichannel fulfillment, with families prioritizing BOPIS, same-day…
July 1
K-Beauty Is Winning Over Global Shoppers
Key Takeaways: Korean pharmacies in Myeongdong and Seongsu draw global tourists seeking ingredient-led products like PDRN, EGF, ceramides…
June 25
What Makes a Referral Program Work?
Key Takeaways: Effective referral programs combine customer insight, targeted incentives and a frictionless sharing experience to drive higher…
June 25
AI Shopping’s Two-Tier Future: Free for Speed, Paid for Trust
Key Takeaways: 43% of shoppers accept ad-influenced AI recommendations; only 27% would pay for a fully impartial alternative.…
June 17
Local Retailers Are Winning Back Shoppers
Key Takeaways: Local retailers are winning market share from big chains through price transparency, personalized service and community…
June 17
Family Experience Is Driving Retail Performance
Key Takeaways: Mixed-use destinations with family infrastructure report higher dwell time, stronger tenant sales and more repeat visits.…
June 17
